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pleases

  • present tense form of please (3rd person singular).

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This isn’t just teenage dramatics: Elephant seals don’t hunt or eat as they molt, so he’s hungry and tired and will sleep wherever he damn pleases.

From Salon Jul. 7, 2026

The ITC’s remedy recommendation hit Mr. Trump’s desk on May 18, and he has 60 days from that date to rule as he pleases.

From The Wall Street Journal May 31, 2026

Hate is a virus that spreads how it pleases.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 6, 2026

"The industry won't be successful if the illicit market does as it pleases."

From BBC Jan. 26, 2026

“If it pleases the Queen’s Hand to recall, the Wise Masters hold our Hero too,” said Grey Worm.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin